5 Best Bakeries in Dubai (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 7 min read

Dubai's bakery scene runs from Instagram-famous croissant counters to a French pastry house with its own macaron cult, and picking wrong means a disappointing AED 100 brunch. The bakeries on this page have racked up over 8,300 Google reviews combined, and every one sits between 4.5 and 4.8 stars, close enough that what actually separates them is what's in the display case, not how good they are.

Short answer: KNOT BAKEHOUSE in Jumeirah leads on volume with 4.6 stars across 2,267 reviews, known for its matcha drinks and Bellini-topped brunch. Angel Cakes in Dubai Mall rates highest overall at 4.8 across 1,604 reviews, with a strong gluten-free and health-conscious menu. Expect roughly AED 50 to 150 per person for a coffee-and-pastry visit based on prices customers cite in their own reviews.

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How Dubai's top bakeries compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	KNOT BAKEHOUSE (Jumeirah)	4.6 ★	2,267	Overall / brunch	View ›
2	Angel Cakes	4.8 ★	1,604	Health-conscious and gluten-free	View ›
3	Ladurée	4.8 ★	1,342	French pastry and macarons	View ›
4	Milk Bakery	4.5 ★	1,804	Neighborhood bakery feel	View ›
5	Flaky Pastry Croissant Co. City Walk	4.6 ★	1,321	Croissant specialists	View ›

Our picks, one by one

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

KNOT BAKEHOUSE (Jumeirah)

4.62,267 Google reviews

KNOT BAKEHOUSE in Jumeirah is a bakery and café known for its pastries, coffee, and matcha drinks, open until 1am on weekends for a late-night dessert run. The shop leans into a stylish, Instagram-friendly setup while still delivering on the baking side, according to reviewers who single out the croissants and cheesecake.

What people praise

Flaky croissants and KNOT cheesecake come up repeatedly by name
Matcha drinks specifically praised as high quality
Staff, including Orlan, called out individually for friendliness
Open late most nights, useful for after-dinner dessert runs

Worth knowing

A couple of reviewers felt portion size didn't match the price

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume2,267 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown85% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed bakery on this page, and the volume holds up under a genuinely strong rating. A dependable first stop in Jumeirah.

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403 jumeirah st - Al Athar Street - Jumeirah - Dubai

#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Angel Cakes

4.81,604 Google reviews

Angel Cakes in Dubai Mall bills itself as a health-focused café and bakery, with a menu built around gluten-free desserts, Spanish lattes, and cakes that don't compromise on taste for the sake of being lighter. It stays open until midnight or later most nights, making it a workable late spot inside the mall.

What people praise

Wide selection of gluten-free desserts specifically praised
Pistachio raspberry cake gets repeated call-outs
Staff, including Kamelia and Yehie, named for warm service
Works well as a quiet spot to sit and work, not just grab and go

Worth knowing

One reviewer found a specialty coffee weak and overpriced

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,604 · 88th

Confidencevery high

Recency6 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown90% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated bakery on this page and the clear pick if gluten-free or lighter desserts matter to you. Reviews are consistent, not just a handful of enthusiastic outliers.

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25°11'50.8"N 55°16'38.1"E - Dubai

#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Ladurée

4.81,342 Google reviews

Ladurée in The Dubai Mall is the Dubai outpost of the French pastry house famous for its macarons, and it also serves a full café menu including its Ispahan French toast and signature cappuccino. The elegant, cozy setting is part of the draw as much as the pastry itself.

What people praise

Macarons described as delicate and perfectly textured
Ispahan French toast singled out as a standout dish
Staff, including Binod, Romeo, and Jovan, praised by name
Presentation and atmosphere called consistently excellent

Worth knowing

One detailed review described a seating dispute with a manager at the Dubai Mall branch specifically, and recommended the Dubai Hills location instead

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,342 · 83th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

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Rating breakdown90% 5-star

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Our take: The name recognition is real and mostly earned. If you hit a rough service moment at this branch, the same reviewer noted the Dubai Hills location delivered a much better experience.

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Fashion Avenue 1st Floor, The Dubai Mall - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd - Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai

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Milk Bakery

4.51,804 Google reviews

Milk Bakery on Al Wasl Road describes itself as a neighborhood bakery and dessert shop built around a community coffee culture, offering fresh-baked bread, cookies, and desserts alongside a full breakfast menu. The shop leans into a warm, repeat-visit vibe rather than a flashy one-off destination.

What people praise

Pastries and croissants described as genuinely fresh-baked on site
Emirati chebab, cardamom bun, and zaatar babka get specific praise
Cake customization for occasions like birthdays handled well
Airy, thoughtfully designed space good for sitting and staying a while

Worth knowing

Multiple reviewers mentioned slow service, even when the shop was quiet

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.5 / 5

Review volume1,804 · 93th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

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Rating breakdown71% 5-star

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Our take: The rating trails the top three slightly, largely on service speed, but the baking itself gets consistent praise. Worth it if you want a bakery you can return to as a regular, not just visit once.

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6796+67 Wasl 51 building - Al Wasl Rd - Al Wasl - Jumeira First - Dubai

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Flaky Pastry Croissant Co. City Walk

4.61,321 Google reviews

Flaky Pastry Croissant Co. in City Walk focuses specifically on sweet and savory croissants, alongside coffee and a small dessert menu, rather than a broad bakery lineup. Reviewers describe both dine-in and delivery orders, with the croissant itself as the clear headline item.

What people praise

Croissants described as freshly made and clearly baked on the premises
Savory options like truffle-filled croissants get specific praise
Delivery orders arrive well-packaged, according to reviewers
Staff, including Ameer, praised for friendly recommendations

Worth knowing

A few reviewers noted the space is small and can get noisy

Reputation scorecardrank in Dubai

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume1,321 · 78th

Confidencevery high

Recency12 days ago

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Rating breakdown80% 5-star

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Our take: A tighter, more specialized menu than the others on this list. The right call if croissants specifically, not a full bakery spread, are what you're after.

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Al Wasl & Al Safa Road Junction, Al Mustaqbal Street, City Walk II - Dubai

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How we rank these bakeries

Rating is each bakery’s live Google average. Volume measures how many customers actually left a review, weighed against the others on this page. Confidence blends rating with volume, since a 4.8 from over a thousand reviews carries more weight than the same score from a handful. Recency checks how recently people are still reviewing. No bakery can pay to change any of these numbers.

How much does a bakery visit cost in Dubai? (2026)

Prices vary by bakery and what you order, but customer reviews on this page give a rough sense of what to expect per person.

Job	Typical price
Coffee and pastry for one	AED 1 - 100
Full brunch or lunch	AED 50 - 150
Individual pastries (croissant, tart)	AED 21 - 65

Ranges compiled July 2026 from prices customers cited in their own Google reviews for these Dubai bakeries.

Bakeries across Dubai

They span Jumeirah, Al Wasl, Downtown Dubai, and City Walk, covering most of the city’s central and beachside neighborhoods. If you’re searching for a bakery near me anywhere between Downtown and Jumeirah, at least one of them is a short drive away.

What to ask before you order

Is the item you want baked fresh daily, or delivered from a central kitchen?
Do you offer gluten-free or dairy-free options?
Can I pre-order a cake for an event, and how much notice do you need?
Is there seating, or is it takeaway and delivery only?
Do prices vary between dine-in and delivery?
What’s the best time to visit to catch items fresh out of the oven?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these bakeries?

We pulled real Google ratings and review counts for bakeries across Dubai, then ranked by a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently customers have been leaving reviews.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and gets refreshed periodically as ratings and review counts change.

Do Dubai bakeries deliver?

Several do. Flaky Pastry Croissant Co. and KNOT Bakehouse both have reviewers describing delivery orders, though availability and areas covered vary by bakery.

Which bakery is best for a special occasion cake?

Milk Bakery and Angel Cakes both had reviewers describe positive experiences ordering custom cakes for birthdays and events.

The bottom line

Angel Cakes is the safest default if you want the highest rating on this page, especially for gluten-free or lighter options. If you’re after volume and a proven brunch spot, KNOT BAKEHOUSE is the better bet. Either way, go early on weekends; several of these spots get busy fast once brunch hours start.

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